AI Guidelines issued by the European Commission
7 February 2025
The European Commission has released guidelines detailing artificial intelligence (AI) practices prohibited under the AI Act. Key points include:
Prohibited AI Practices:
Harmful Manipulation: AI systems that manipulate users beyond their consciousness, impairing their ability to make informed decisions.
Exploiting Vulnerabilities: AI that takes advantage of individuals' vulnerabilities based on age, disability, or socio-economic status.
Social Scoring: AI systems that evaluate or classify individuals based on social behavior or personal characteristics, leading to detrimental or unfair treatment.
Real-Time Remote Biometric Identification: Use of AI for real-time biometric identification in publicly accessible spaces by law enforcement, with specific exceptions.
These guidelines underscore the EU's commitment to fostering a safe and ethical AI landscape.